October 2, 2017 - 6:00 pm - County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes

10 873 Meeting of the Johnston County Board of Commissioners October 2 , 2017 6 00 pm The Johnston County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday , October 2 , 2017 at 6 00 pm in the Commissioners Meeting Room , Johnston County Courthouse Annex , Smithfield , North Carolina The following members were present Present Chairman Jeffrey P Carver , Vice Chairman Ted G Godwin , Cookie Pope , Allen L Mims , Jr , Chad M Stewart , and Larry Wood Absent None Also Present County Manager Rick J Hester , Clerk to the Board Paula G Woodard , County Attorney Jennifer J Slusser , and Paralegal Deputy Clerk to the Board Dana Cuddington Chairman Jeffrey P Carver called the meeting to order at 6 00 pm and the following business was transacted 1 Proclamation – National 4 - H Week and Update from Johnston County 4 - H Johnston County Cooperative Extension Director Bryant Spivey thanked the Board of Commissioners for allowing Johnston County 4 - H to address the Board He introduced 4 - H Youth Development and Extension Agent Lori McBryde for the presentation Ms McBryde presented and reviewed the following handout with the Board Ms McBryde requested the Board to adopt a proclamation declaring the week of October 1 – 7 , 2017 as National 4 - H Week in Johnston County She thanked the Board of Commissioners for all their support to 4 - H inPage874 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued Johnston County Ms McBryde also introduced Nicole Worth and Chloe Allen who are students currently involved in 4 - H to speak to the Board Miss Worth and Miss Allen both spoke on the opportunities and advancements that 4 - H has given to them and what it means to be involved with the organization Miss Worth stated through the support of 4 - H and her family , she is proud to be a North Carolina State 4 - H Officer Miss Allen spoke on how 4 - H has helped her overcome shyness and develop friendships across the State of North Carolina The Board thanked Mr Spivey , Ms McBryde , and all those involved with 4 - H for their dedication Chairman Jeffrey P Carver spoke on the importance of training the next generation in the County and he stated it is programs like 4 - H that help define our youth and put them in leadership opportunities Commissioner Larry Wood read aloud the following proclamation and moved for its adoption , seconded by Commissioner Cookie Pope , and carried unanimously NATIONAL 4 - H WEEK DECLARATION WHEREAS , 4 - H youth across the nation are leading efforts to solve problems in their communities and make a difference for their futures ; and WHEREAS , 4 - H is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina and the largest in the nation with over six million participants ; and WHEREAS , 4 - H in North Carolina claims 218,669 youth members and 21,413 volunteers , while Johnston County’s 4 - H program numbers more than 3,700 members and more than 300 volunteers ; and WHEREAS , 4 - H as part of the NC Cooperative Extension System of NC State University and NCA & T State University is a program where youth learn through opportunities that provide them hands - on experiences in 4 - H’s mission mandates of science , engineering and technology ; healthy living ; and citizenship ; and WHEREAS , 4 - H has connected youth and their communities with the innovative research and resources from our nation’s 106 land - grant universities and colleges for more than 101 years NOW , THEREFORE , the Johnston County Board of Commissioners , do hereby proclaim October 1 - 7 , 2017 , as National 4 - H Week in Johnston County We urge the people of this County to take advantage of the opportunity to become more aware of this special program that enhances our young people’s interests in their futures as part of Johnston County 4 - H Youth Development and to join us in recognizing the unique partnership between our County and our State University System nd Adopted this the 2 day of October 2017 2 Public Comment A Visit from the 2017 Miss Benson Pageant Winners The Board welcomed 2017 Little Miss Benson Avery Lassiter and 2017 Miss Benson Charli Rosenberg to the meeting and congratulated them on their pageant win B Proclamation – Domestic Violence Awareness Month Harbor Executive Director Kay Johnson requested the Board to adopt a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month She updated the Board on statistics and activities at the Harbor Shelter noting in FY 2016 - 2017 Harbor served 2,829 individuals She stated the staff continues to help victims with domestic violence protective orders and they are seeing an increase in family violence as well as other areas associated with mental illness , trauma , and the homeless Ms Johnson stated as they have for the last 33 years , Harbor continues to serve those impacted by family violence and she thanked the Board of Commissioners for their support Commissioner Chad M Stewart read aloud the following proclamation and moved for its adoption , seconded by Commissioner Ted G Godwin , and carried unanimously Page875 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued PROCLAMATION DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH OCTOBER 2017 WHEREAS , home should be a place of warmth , unconditional love , safety , and peace ; however , tragically for many Americans , these are blessings that are tarnished by violence and fear ; and WHEREAS , domestic violence touches the lives of Americans of all ages , leaving a devastating impact on women , men , and children of every background and circumstance with a family’s home becoming a place of fear , hopelessness , and desperation when a woman is battered by her partner , a child witnesses the abuse of a loved one , or a senior is victimized by family members ; and WHEREAS , domestic violence remains a major public health , social justice , and human rights issue requiring particular attention , and its interventions must be with the inclusion of both women and men at all levels ; and WHEREAS , there is an urgent need , more than ever , to get involved ; and WHEREAS , the wide prevalence of domestic violence and sexual assault , along with the shocking silence and inaction around these issues , compels all of us to come together and get involved to end the abusive violence in our relationships , in our families , and in our communities ; and WHEREAS , since 1984 , HARBOR , INCORPORATED has been actively involved in addressing domestic violence in our community and has collaborated with numerous people and groups to respond , educate , and bring awareness to all people about domestic violence ; and WHEREAS , HARBOR , INCORPORATED serves approximately 3,000 direct victims and others annually and would like to invite everyone to support October 2017 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month , as it will be dedicated to the TAKE A STAND AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Campaign Together We Can End Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault ; and WHEREAS , this campaign underscores the urgent need for involvement by taking action , speaking out , breaking our silence , and seeking help when we see this problem in our life , in our family , and in our community NOW THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , that the Johnston County Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim the month of October 2017 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and urges all citizens to observe this month by becoming aware of the tragedy of domestic violence , support those who are working toward its end , and make a personal commitment to get involved in the “ TAKE A STAND AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ” Campaign nd Proclaimed this the 2 day of October 2017 3 Public Hearing Rezoning and Special Use Requests Advertised – The Smithfield Herald – September 20 and 27 , 2017 Certified letters were mailed to adjoining property owners on September 18 , 2017 Notices were posted at the locations on July 31 , 2017 for Cases 17 - 16 ; 17 - 17 ; 17 - 18 ; and 17 - 19 The Chairman opened the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 16 Case 17 - 16 Petition to rezone a 248 acre tract located at 6113 NC Hwy 42 in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential AR to General Business GB Tax ID 06D01009G Owner Thomas and Anne Godwin Applicant John M Strasser Properties , LLC Planning Director Berry Gray stated the petition is to rezone a 248 acre tract located at 6113 NC Hwy 42 in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential to General Business Mr Gray stated the site is currently used for residential purposes The surrounding land uses are zoned Agricultural Residential and used for residential and agricultural purposes ; Agricultural Residential – Special Use District for residential purposes ; Community Business and used for residential purposes ; and General Business for multiple businesses The area is located within a designated “ Primary Growth Area ” on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan whichPage876 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued denotes an area in which high levels of growth pressures currently exist or are anticipated near term In addition , this site is located near the regional center activity node for the 40 42 interchange Will Marshburn , 600 Germantown Road , Raleigh , Bobbitt Design Build , representing the applicant , stated the immediate plans for the site are to leave it as is ; however , the adjacent animal hospital hopes to expand to the subject site in the future Mr Marshburn offered to answer any questions There being no further public comments , the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the hearing Mr Gray reported the Planning Board recommended approval of the rezoning and adoption of a Resolution for the Statement of Consistency as submitted in the agenda packet There being no further comments , the Chairman recessed the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 16 Decision on Rezoning Case 17 - 16 Case 17 - 16 Petition to rezone a 248 acre tract located at 6113 NC Hwy 42 in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential AR to General Business GB Tax ID 06D01009G Owner Thomas and Anne Godwin Applicant John M Strasser Properties , LLC Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board adopt the following Statement of Consistency Resolution for Case 17 - 16 Commissioner Cookie Pope seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote RESOLUTION FOR CASE NUMBER 17 - 16 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF CONSISTENCY REGARDING A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS OF JOHNSTON COUNTY WHEREAS , pursuant to NC Gen Stat § 153A - 341 , prior to adopting or rejecting a zoning amendment , the governing board is required to adopt a statement as to whether the amendment is consistent with the comprehensive zoning plan and why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest ; WHEREAS , the County Planning Board has reviewed a proposed amendment to The Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County , for the parcel identified as tax Tag ID 06D01009G located at 6113 NC Hwy 42 as shown on the attached Exhibit A , from Agricultural Residential AR to General Business GB WHEREAS , based on a review of the proposed amendment the Planning Board found that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and further recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendment ; and WHEREAS , this Board has reviewed and considered the above written recommendation of the Planning Board and has held a public hearing on the proposed amendment , and this Board desires to adopt a statement describing why the adoption of the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and the Board considers the proposed amendment to be reasonable and in the public interest NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS THAT 1 This Board finds and determines that the adoption of the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County is consistent with the Johnston County Land Use Plan and updates thereto because the Land Use Plan and updates indicate that a The amendment request is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in that it aligns with “ Goal 1 Grow in a fiscally efficient , compact manner ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan This is because the site is located near a regional center activity node and multiple commercial zoning areas 2 This Board finds and determines that it is reasonable and in the public interest to adopt the proposed amendment because a General Business is compatible with surrounding land uses and zoning , which include multiple businesses and commercial zoning designations nd Adopted this the 2 day of October , 2017 Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board approve Rezoning Case 17 - 16 to rezone a 248 acre tract located at 6113 NC Hwy 42 in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential to General Business Commissioner Chad M Stewart seconded the motion , which carried by unanimous vote The Chairman reopened the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 17 Case 17 - 17 Petition to rezone 086 acres out of a 5381 acre tract located at 12100 NC Hwy 50 in Pleasant Grove Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Community Business - Special UsePagePage pageNumber5877 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued District CB - SUD Tax ID 13D03042B Owner Wayne Thomas Stephenson Applicant Danielle Stephenson and Carlos Piedrahita Planning Director Berry Gray stated the petition is to rezone 086 acres out of a 5381 acre tract located at 12100 NC Hwy 50 in Pleasant Grove Township from Agricultural Residential to Community Business - Special Use District He noted the special use request associated with the rezoning to allow for automotive sales and reconditioning Mr Gray stated the site is currently used as Stephenson’s Landscape Nursery and the applicant is looking to rezone only a part of the site as a special use for automotive sales and reconditioning The surrounding land uses are zoned Agricultural Residential and used for agricultural and residential purposes ; Agricultural Residential – Special Use District and used for seasonal item sales ; and Community Business for a restaurant The area is located within a designated “ Primary Growth Area ” on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan This denotes an area in which high levels of growth pressures currently exist or are anticipated near term At the inquiry of Commissioner Larry Wood , Mr Gray stated the applicant is required by the Division of Motor Vehicles to have a separate office for the automotive use which is the reason the rezoning only includes a small portion of the building on the site He stated the rest of the building will continue to be used for the nursery Applicant Danielle Stephenson , 18 Gordon Farm Drive , Benson , stated her father owns the existing nursery and she works with him , but they also wish to rezone the subject area within the site so they can display and sell automobiles Ms Stephenson offered to answer any questions There being no further public comments , the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the hearing Mr Gray reported the Planning Board recommended approval of the rezoning and adoption of a Resolution for the Statement of Consistency as submitted in the agenda packet There being no further comments , the Chairman recessed the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 17 Decision on Rezoning Case 17 - 17 Case 17 - 17 Petition to rezone 086 acres out of a 5381 acre tract located at 12100 NC Hwy 50 in Pleasant Grove Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Community Business - Special Use District CB - SUD Tax ID 13D03042B Owner Wayne Thomas Stephenson Applicant Danielle Stephenson and Carlos Piedrahita Commissioner Chad M Stewart moved the Board adopt the following Statement of Consistency Resolution for Case 17 - 17 Commissioner Cookie Pope seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote RESOLUTION FOR CASE NUMBER 17 - 17 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF CONSISTENCY REGARDING A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS OF JOHNSTON COUNTY WHEREAS , pursuant to NC Gen Stat § 153A - 341 , prior to adopting or rejecting a zoning amendment , the governing board is required to adopt a statement as to whether the amendment is consistent with the comprehensive zoning plan and why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest ; WHEREAS , the County Planning Board has reviewed a proposed amendment to The Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County , for the parcel identified as tax Tag ID 13D03042B located at 12100 NC Hwy 50 as shown on the attached Exhibit A , from Agricultural Residential AR to Community Business Special Use District CB SUD for automotive sales and reconditioning WHEREAS , based on a review of the proposed amendment the Planning Board found that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and further recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendment ; and WHEREAS , this Board has reviewed and considered the above written recommendation of the Planning Board and has held a public hearing on the proposed amendment , and this Board desires to adopt a statement describing why the adoption of the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and the Board considers the proposed amendment to be reasonable and in the public interest NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS THAT 1 This Board finds and determines that the adoption of the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County is consistent with the Johnston County Land Use Plan and updates thereto because the Land Use Plan and updates indicate that PagePage pageNumber6878 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued a The amendment request is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in that it aligns with “ Goal 3A Business Expansion and Development ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use 2 This Board finds and determines that it is reasonable and in the public interest to adopt the proposed amendment because a The proposed zoning is compatible with surrounding land uses and zoning districts In addition , conditions such as limited hours of operation and vegetative buffering will ensure that the request is compatible with the surrounding area and will not negatively affect the public nd Adopted this the 2 day of October , 2017 Commissioner Chad M Stewart moved the Board approve Rezoning Case 17 - 17 to rezone 086 acres out of a 5381 acre tract located at 12100 NC Hwy 50 in Pleasant Grove Township from Agricultural Residential to Community Business - Special Use District Commissioner Cookie Pope seconded the motion , which carried by unanimous vote The Chairman opened the Special Use Hearing for Case 17 - 17 Case 17 - 17 To allow for automotive sales and reconditioning Owner Wayne Thomas Stephenson Applicant Danielle Stephenson and Carlos Piedrahita Those wishing to speak on Special Use Case 17 - 17 were sworn in by the Clerk to the Board Planning Director Berry Gray introduced the special use case and stated the petition is to allow for automotive sales and reconditioning Mr Gray entered the fact sheet , supporting documents in the agenda packet , and introduced the following summary of evidence into the record A pre - application consultation was held with the applicant for Case 17 - 17 on June 30 , 2017 At that time , the applicant was informed of the following ? If approved , applicant must provide to the Planning Office a Site Plan for their review and approval ? Applicant must comply with the requirement of the Johnston County Land Development Code regarding landscaping , buffering and fence or any additional requirements as approved by this Board ? Applicant will be notified in writing of the Board’s decision ? If denied , no application can be accepted for the same use affecting the same property for a period of twelve 12 months and that their right of appeal to the Superior Court must be exercised within thirty 30 days of the receipt of notice of denial by the Board of County Commissioners ? Applicant’s Special Use Permit will expire at the end of twenty - four 24 months if it is not used as permitted within the time period ? When necessary , staff informed the applicant of further Planning and Zoning Department requirements and the requirements of other departments such as soil erosion and sedimentation requirements , Health Department regulations , stormwater and public utility requirements ? Subsequent to the pre - application consultation , all required notices were mailed to property owners within 500 feet The property was posted and notices of public hearings were advertised in accordance with the requirements of the North Carolina General Statutes On August 15 , 2017 the Johnston County Planning Board held a public hearing regarding Rezoning Special Use Permit Case 17 - 17 and made the following recommendations Upon a motion by Mr Creech to approve Rezoning Case 17 - 17 , seconded by Mr Summerlin , Rezoning Case 17 - 17 was approved at the August 15th , 2017 Planning Board Meeting with a unanimous vote of 7 - 0 Upon a motion by Mr Summerlin to approve the Special Use Conditions for Rezoning Case 17 - 17 , seconded by Ms Hackler , the Special Use Conditions for Rezoning Case 17 - 17 were approved at the August 15th , 2017 Planning Board Meeting with a unanimous vote of 7 - 0 Finding of Facts for the Special Use Permit 1 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated as to maintain or promote the public health , safety , and general welfare ; Applicant Using our knowledge and experience in the automotive industry and in general business , it is our desire to provide customers with reliable and excellent quality automobiles We value honesty and hard work We wish to bestow upon our community and all patrons great service and the respect we want rendered to our own selves We plan to develop an attractive and safe auto display area and sales office in accordance with all established and proposed regulations 2 That the use of development appears to comply with all required use and intensity regulations of Articles II & IV of the Johnston County Land Development Code and the applicable specific standards in section 14 - 257 and with all applicable regulations ; Applicant We will comply with all the codes , ordinances , and regulations such as but not limited to NC Fire and Building Code , proper commercial parking guidelines including ADA compliant handicap aisle , follow design and maintenance of landscape requirements , and meet NCDOT driveway entrance standards 3 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated so as to maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property , or that the use or development is a public necessity ;PagePage pageNumber7879 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued Applicant The Pleasant Grove township and surrounding areas are growing dramatically Automobiles are in high demand and we wish to help provide these assets We plan to provide a clean and neat business property with reasonable business hours The design and lighting will be unobtrusive and follow all codes , ordinances , and regulations We will continue to maintain our business and property as such 4 That the use or development conforms with general plans for the physical development of the County’s Planning jurisdiction , the Design Manual , or other development policies as adopted by the Board of Commissioners Applicant There are similar businesses or small automotive sales and repair shops in the area , as the County’s policies and intent we intend to emphasize the existing character of the area We strive to maintain the safety , welfare , and quality of life the community and customers through compliance with all set regulations , ordinances , standards of design of land development and infrastructure , and by our own conduct Specific Land Uses APPLICANT To allow for automotive sales and reconditioning Special Use Conditions 1 Permitted Uses Automotive sales and reconditioning 2 The Special Use Permit shall expire with the violation of any Special Use Condition 3 Applicant shall submit a detailed site plan for review and approval by the Planning and Zoning Department Staff 4 A Class B 2 large trees , 3 small trees , and 9 shrubs every 100 linear feet landscape buffer shall be installed along NC Hwy 50 5 All signage shall comply with the sign code limited to one 60sf ground or monument sign only 6 All buildings and or structures must comply with rules enforced by Federal , State and Local agencies 7 Lighting shall be dark sky and engineered so as not to shine onto adjacent properties 8 Hours of operation shall be 7 00 AM to 7 00 PM , seven days a week 9 Limited to the storage and display of 30 vehicles for sale 10 10 ft of Right of Way shall be dedicated to NC Hwy 50 , per NCDOT Mr Gray listed and reviewed the special use conditions with the Board Commissioner Ted G Godwin asked how the buffer would be integrated into the entrance of the site Mr Gray stated if the Department of Transportation allows the existing driveway to remain as is , then staff would work with the applicant on the buffer requirement Commissioner Allen L Mims , Jr commented on the unusual zoning boundary noting it only covers a small part of the existing building and he asked how setbacks would be addressed Mr Gray explained that setbacks are based off of property lines He stated in this case , the rezoned area would not be a standalone lot and therefore could not be sold as such Mr Gray stated the vehicles for sale would have to remain within the rezoning boundaries Applicant Danielle Stephenson , 18 Gordon Farm Drive , Benson , offered to answer any questions Ms Stephenson stated only a front portion of the building is included in the rezoning boundaries and they would frame that portion in to house the office for the automotive sales , per Division of Motor Vehicle requirements She stated the automotive sales would have its own separate entrance from the nursery operation Ms Stephenson stated they are acceptable to the special use conditions as proposed There being no further public comments , the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the hearing Mr Gray reported the Planning Board recommended approval of the special use permit based on the information presented in the fact sheet along with the findings of fact , summary of evidence , and special use conditions There being no further comments , the Chairman recessed the Special Use Hearing for Case 17 - 17 Decision on Special Use Case 17 - 17 Case 17 - 17 To allow for automotive sales and reconditioning Owner Wayne Thomas Stephenson Applicant Danielle Stephenson and Carlos Piedrahita Based on the findings of facts and special use conditions as listed below , Commissioner Chad M Stewart moved the Board authorize the Planning Department to issue a special use permit for Case 17 - 17 to allow for automotive sales and reconditioning on 086 acres out of a 5381 acre tract located at 12100 NC Hwy 50 in Pleasant Grove Township Commissioner Cookie Pope seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote PagePage pageNumber8880 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued Finding of Facts for the Special Use Permit 1 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated as to maintain or promote the public health , safety , and general welfare ; Applicant Using our knowledge and experience in the automotive industry and in general business , it is our desire to provide customers with reliable and excellent quality automobiles We value honesty and hard work We wish to bestow upon our community and all patrons great service and the respect we want rendered to our own selves We plan to develop an attractive and safe auto display area and sales office in accordance with all established and proposed regulations 2 That the use of development appears to comply with all required use and intensity regulations of Articles II & IV of the Johnston County Land Development Code and the applicable specific standards in section 14 - 257 and with all applicable regulations ; Applicant We will comply with all the codes , ordinances , and regulations such as but not limited to NC Fire and Building Code , proper commercial parking guidelines including ADA compliant handicap aisle , follow design and maintenance of landscape requirements , and meet NCDOT driveway entrance standards 3 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated so as to maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property , or that the use or development is a public necessity ; Applicant The Pleasant Grove township and surrounding areas are growing dramatically Automobiles are in high demand and we wish to help provide these assets We plan to provide a clean and neat business property with reasonable business hours The design and lighting will be unobtrusive and follow all codes , ordinances , and regulations We will continue to maintain our business and property as such 4 That the use or development conforms with general plans for the physical development of the County’s Planning jurisdiction , the Design Manual , or other development policies as adopted by the Board of Commissioners Applicant There are similar businesses or small automotive sales and repair shops in the area , as the County’s policies and intent we intend to emphasize the existing character of the area We strive to maintain the safety , welfare , and quality of life the community and customers through compliance with all set regulations , ordinances , standards of design of land development and infrastructure , and by our own conduct Specific Land Uses APPLICANT To allow for automotive sales and reconditioning Special Use Conditions 1 Permitted Uses Automotive sales and reconditioning 2 The Special Use Permit shall expire with the violation of any Special Use Condition 3 Applicant shall submit a detailed site plan for review and approval by the Planning and Zoning Department Staff 4 A Class B 2 large trees , 3 small trees , and 9 shrubs every 100 linear feet landscape buffer shall be installed along NC Hwy 50 5 All signage shall comply with the sign code limited to one 60sf ground or monument sign only 6 All buildings and or structures must comply with rules enforced by Federal , State and Local agencies 7 Lighting shall be dark sky and engineered so as not to shine onto adjacent properties 8 Hours of operation shall be 7 00 AM to 7 00 PM , seven days a week 9 Limited to the storage and display of 30 vehicles for sale 10 10 ft of Right of Way shall be dedicated to NC Hwy 50 , per NCDOT The Chairman reopened the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 18 Case 17 - 18 Petition to rezone a 945 acre tract located at 1021 Woods Crossroads Rd SR 1005 in Meadow Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Industrial - 1 Special Use District I1 - SUD Tax ID 09H13055D Owner LJB Farms , Inc Applicant LJB Farms , Inc Planning Director Berry Gray stated the petition is to rezone a 945 acre tract located at 1021 Woods Crossroads Road in Meadow Township from Agricultural Residential to Industrial - 1 Special Use District He noted the special use request associated with the rezoning is to allow for a contractors office and storage The surrounding land uses are zoned Agricultural Residential and used for agricultural and residential purposes The area is located within a designated “ Agricultural Rural Conservations Area ” which denotes areas of low levels of growth pressures , anticipated over the next 20 years and these areas should be considered for rural conservation and agricultural preservation programs Leonard Barefoot , 1067 Landens Court , China Grove , NC , adjacent property owner , addressed the Board representing the applicant who is his brother Mr Barefoot stated his brother currently operates a business that contracts with the Department of Transportation to build guard rails and overhead signage Mr Barefoot provided the Board with a history of the property and offered to answer any questions There being no further public comments , the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the hearing Mr Gray reported the Planning Board recommended approval of the rezoning and adoption of a Resolution for the Statement of Consistency as submitted in the agenda packet PagePage pageNumber9881 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued At the inquiry of Commissioner Allen L Mims , Jr , Mr Gray stated staff recommended denial based on the inconsistency of the use within a designated “ Agricultural Rural Conservations Area ” on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan Mr Gray stated there are also no other commercial uses located nearby which is another component that staff looks for Commissioner Mims asked if the Department of Transportation had reviewed the request Mr Gray responded that the Department of Transportation has looked at the request , but they will evaluate it in more detail once the applicant applies for the driveway permit He stated no initial comments from the Department of Transportation were offered during the Technical Review Committee process There being no further comments , the Chairman recessed the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 18 Decision on Rezoning Case 17 - 18 Case 17 - 18 Petition to rezone a 945 acre tract located at 1021 Woods Crossroads Rd SR 1005 in Meadow Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Industrial - 1 Special Use District I1 - SUD Tax ID 09H13055D Owner LJB Farms , Inc Applicant LJB Farms , Inc Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board adopt the following Statement of Consistency Resolution for Case 17 - 18 Commissioner Chad M Stewart seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote RESOLUTION FOR CASE NUMBER 17 - 18 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF CONSISTENCY REGARDING A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS OF JOHNSTON COUNTY WHEREAS , pursuant to NC Gen Stat § 153A - 341 , prior to adopting or rejecting a zoning amendment , the governing board is required to adopt a statement as to whether the amendment is consistent with the comprehensive zoning plan and why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest ; WHEREAS , the County Planning Board has reviewed a proposed amendment to The Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County , for the parcel identified as tax Tag ID 09H13055D located at 1021 Woods Crossroads Road as shown on the attached Exhibit A , from Agricultural Residential AR to Industrial 1 Special Use District I1 SUD for a contractors office and storage WHEREAS , based on a review of the proposed amendment the Planning Board found that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and further recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendment ; and WHEREAS , this Board has reviewed and considered the above written recommendation of the Planning Board and has held a public hearing on the proposed amendment , and this Board desires to adopt a statement describing why the adoption of the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and the Board considers the proposed amendment to be reasonable and in the public interest NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS THAT 1 This Board finds and determines that the adoption of the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County is consistent with the Johnston County Land Use Plan and updates thereto because the Land Use Plan and updates indicate that a The amendment request is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in that it aligns with “ Goal 3A Business Expansion and Development ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use 2 This Board finds and determines that it is reasonable and in the public interest to adopt the proposed amendment because a The conditions such as vegetative buffering will ensure that the request is compatible with the surrounding area and will not negatively affect the public nd Adopted this the 2 day of October , 2017 Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board approve Rezoning Case 17 - 18 to rezone a 945 acre tract located at 1021 Woods Crossroads Road in Meadow Township from Agricultural Residential to Industrial - 1 Special Use District Commissioner Chad M Stewart seconded the motion , which carried by unanimous vote The Chairman reopened the Special Use Hearing for Case 17 - 18 Case 17 - 18 To allow for a contractors office and storage Owner LJB Farms , Inc Applicant LJB Farms , Inc Those wishing to speak on Special Use Case 17 - 18 were sworn in by the Clerk to the Board Page0882 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued Planning Director Berry Gray introduced the special use case and stated the petition is to allow for a contractors office and storage Mr Gray entered the fact sheet , supporting documents in the agenda packet , and introduced the following summary of evidence into the record A pre - application consultation was held with the applicant for Case 17 - 18 on June 27 , 2017 At that time , the applicant was informed of the following ? If approved , applicant must provide to the Planning Office a Site Plan for their review and approval ? Applicant must comply with the requirement of the Johnston County Land Development Code regarding landscaping , buffering and fence or any additional requirements as approved by this Board ? Applicant will be notified in writing of the Board’s decision ? If denied , no application can be accepted for the same use affecting the same property for a period of twelve 12 months and that their right of appeal to the Superior Court must be exercised within thirty 30 days of the receipt of notice of denial by the Board of County Commissioners ? Applicant’s Special Use Permit will expire at the end of twenty - four 24 months if it is not used as permitted within the time period ? When necessary , staff informed the applicant of further Planning and Zoning Department requirements and the requirements of other departments such as soil erosion and sedimentation requirements , Health Department regulations , stormwater and public utility requirements ? Subsequent to the pre - application consultation , all required notices were mailed to property owners within 500 feet The property was posted and notices of public hearings were advertised in accordance with the requirements of the North Carolina General Statutes On August 15 , 2017 the Johnston County Planning Board held a public hearing regarding Rezoning Special Use Permit Case 17 - 18 and made the following recommendations Upon a motion by Mr Creech to approve Rezoning Case 17 - 18 , seconded by Mr Summerlin , Rezoning Case 17 - 18 was approved at the August 15th , 2017 Planning Board Meeting with a unanimous vote of 7 - 0 Upon a motion by Mr Sapir to approve the Special Use Conditions for Rezoning Case 17 - 18 with the change in the hours to 24 hours a day , seconded by Mr Creech , the Special Use Conditions for Rezoning Case 17 - 18 were approved at the August 15th , 2017 Planning Board Meeting with a unanimous vote of 7 - 0 Finding of Facts for the Special Use Permit 1 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated as to maintain or promote the public health , safety , and general welfare ; Applicant The property is being used for the location of a contractor’s office , inside storage , and exterior storage for a business engaged in performing construction and maintenance for a variety of NCDOT projects throughout eastern NC All such projects are performed offsite 2 That the use of development appears to comply with all required use and intensity regulations of Articles II & IV of the Johnston County Land Development Code and the applicable specific standards in section 14 - 257 and with all applicable regulations ; Applicant As a major DOT contractor in eastern NC , the operator of this business is required to comply with numerous state and federal regulations on a continuing basis With respect to local regulations , the physical layout of the property is similar to that of large farming operations throughout Johnston County 3 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated so as to maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property , or that the use or development is a public necessity ; Applicant The petitioner has worked diligently to be a good neighbor and provides natural vegetative buffers where necessary The property is located several hundred feet off Wood’s Crossroads Road and Noah Road 4 That the use or development conforms with general plans for the physical development of the County’s Planning jurisdiction , the Design Manual , or other development policies as adopted by the Board of Commissioners Applicant Johnston County has long been a leader in support of agriculture As this property was converted from an agricultural to a commercial use , the petitioners and business owner have worked hard to insure that the physical layout of the property would continue to blend into the rural look that permeates southern Johnston County Specific Land Uses APPLICANT To allow for a contractor’s office and storage Special Use Conditions 1 Permitted Uses Contractor’s office and storage 2 The Special Use Permit shall expire with the violation of any Special Use Condition 3 Applicant shall submit a detailed site plan for review and approval by the Planning and Zoning Department Staff 4 A Class C 2 large trees , 3 small trees , and 9 shrubs every 100 linear feet landscape buffer shall be installed along all rezoning lines Existing natural vegetation may be used if equal or more intense 5 All signage shall comply with the sign code limited to one 60sf ground or monument sign only 6 All buildings and or structures must comply with rules enforced by Federal , State and Local agencies 7 Lighting shall be dark sky and engineered so as not to shine onto adjacent properties 8 Hours of operation shall be 7 00 AM to 7 00 PM 24 hours per day , seven days a week 9 Outdoor storage shall be contained within an 8 ’ opaque fence or sufficient vegetative screening Items in bold recommended by the Planning Board Mr Gray listed and reviewed the special use conditions with the Board Page1883 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued Leonard Barefoot , 1067 Landens Court , China Grove , NC , addressed the Board representing the applicant and offered to answer any questions Mr Barefoot confirmed they agree with the proposed special use conditions Upon a comment by Commissioner Ted G Godwin regarding the hours of operation , Mr Barefoot confirmed that the operation does not work 24 hours a day all the time , but there are times at night when accidents happen and guard rails are damaged where the business is called upon by the Department of Transportation for repairs Mr Barefoot complimented the Planning Department staff as well as the Johnston County Planning Board There being no further public comments , the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the hearing Mr Gray reported the Planning Board recommended approval of the special use permit based on the information presented in the fact sheet along with the findings of fact , summary of evidence , and special use conditions There being no further comments , the Chairman closed the Special Use Hearing for Case 17 - 18 Decision on Special Use Case 17 - 18 Case 17 - 18 To allow for a contractors office and storage Owner LJB Farms , Inc Applicant LJB Farms , Inc Based on the findings of facts and special use conditions as listed below , Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board authorize the Planning Department to issue a special use permit for Case 17 - 18 to allow for a contractors office and storage on a 945 acre tract located at 1021 Woods Crossroads Road in Meadow Township Commissioner Chad M Stewart seconded the motion which carried by unanimous vote Finding of Facts for the Special Use Permit 1 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated as to maintain or promote the public health , safety , and general welfare ; Applicant The property is being used for the location of a contractor’s office , inside storage , and exterior storage for a business engaged in performing construction and maintenance for a variety of NCDOT projects throughout eastern NC All such projects are performed offsite 2 That the use of development appears to comply with all required use and intensity regulations of Articles II & IV of the Johnston County Land Development Code and the applicable specific standards in section 14 - 257 and with all applicable regulations ; Applicant As a major DOT contractor in eastern NC , the operator of this business is required to comply with numerous state and federal regulations on a continuing basis With respect to local regulations , the physical layout of the property is similar to that of large farming operations throughout Johnston County 3 That the use or development is located , designed , and proposed to be operated so as to maintain or enhance the value of contiguous property , or that the use or development is a public necessity ; Applicant The petitioner has worked diligently to be a good neighbor and provides natural vegetative buffers where necessary The property is located several hundred feet off Wood’s Crossroads Road and Noah Road 4 That the use or development conforms with general plans for the physical development of the County’s Planning jurisdiction , the Design Manual , or other development policies as adopted by the Board of Commissioners Applicant Johnston County has long been a leader in support of agriculture As this property was converted from an agricultural to a commercial use , the petitioners and business owner have worked hard to insure that the physical layout of the property would continue to blend into the rural look that permeates southern Johnston County Specific Land Uses APPLICANT To allow for a contractor’s office and storage Special Use Conditions 1 Permitted Uses Contractor’s office and storage 2 The Special Use Permit shall expire with the violation of any Special Use Condition 3 Applicant shall submit a detailed site plan for review and approval by the Planning and Zoning Department Staff 4 A Class C 2 large trees , 3 small trees , and 9 shrubs every 100 linear feet landscape buffer shall be installed along all rezoning lines Existing natural vegetation may be used if equal or more intense 5 All signage shall comply with the sign code limited to one 60sf ground or monument sign only 6 All buildings and or structures must comply with rules enforced by Federal , State and Local agencies 7 Lighting shall be dark sky and engineered so as not to shine onto adjacent properties 8 Hours of operation shall be 24 hours per day , seven days a week 9 Outdoor storage shall be contained within an 8 ’ opaque fence or sufficient vegetative screening Page2884 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued The Chairman reopened the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 19 Case 17 - 19 Petition to rezone 1648 acres located along Cornwallis Road SR 1525 in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Agricultural Residential – Special Use District AR - SUD Tax ID 05F02001E , 05F02001B , 05F02002A Owner Kenneth and Dawn Lucas Applicant CE Group , Mark Ashness Planning Director Berry Gray stated the petition is to rezone 1648 acres located along Cornwallis Road in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential to Agricultural Residential – Special Use District Mr Gray noted the special use request associated with the rezoning for a Planned Development – Housing Mr Gray stated the site is currently used for agricultural purposes The surrounding land uses are zoned Agricultural Residential and used for agricultural and residential purposes ; and General Business – Special Use District for a landscape supply business Mr Gray explained the developer is requesting 244 single - family units Mr Gray stated a Traffic Impact Analysis was completed by Ramey Kemp & Associates and has been reviewed by the Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation and Traffic Impact Analysis recommendations have been included in the proposed special use conditions associated with the special use permit Mr Gray stated this portion of Cornwallis Road appears on the Transportation Plan as a “ Boulevard Needing Improvement ” The area is located within a designated “ Primary Growth Area ” on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan This denotes an area in which high levels of growth pressures currently exist or are anticipated near term Mr Gray reviewed the school district information with the Board , as follows ? School District Student Generation Ratio is 058 per unit which is equivalent to 141 students District Capacity Enrollment West Clayton ES 900 913 Cleveland MS 886 1177 Clayton HS 2000 1647 o A new middle school is planned for 2017 - 2018 to provide an additional 886 Applicant Mark Ashness , 301 Glenwood Avenue , Raleigh , stated they are proposing 244 single family units on 1648 acres with two access points along with turn - lanes and a traffic signal at the intersection with Winston Road He stated there will also be several stub - roads to undeveloped property from the site Mr Ashness stated over 40 of the site is planned for open space and water and sewer service would be provided by Johnston County Public Utilities Mr Ashness stated the property is located in a Primary Growth Area on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan and there will be a perimeter buffer around the site Mr Ashness noted specific care would be taken to provide an ample buffer from the existing residential lots in all directions Mr Ashness reported they sent out a notice to roughly 80 neighbors within 500 feet of the property lines for a th community meeting on September 26 and had four neighbors attend He stated comments received related to traffic and buffers and he feels the neighbors are now pleased with the lots and agree that the traffic signal , turn lanes , and other traffic improvements are needed Upon a question by Commissioner Allen L Mims , Jr , Mr Ashness stated they received no comments on the proposed stub - roads Mr Ashness stated they are willing to work with the Planning staff on the location of the proposed stub - roads He noted an exhibit map was sent to all the property owners that received a notice of the community meeting There being no further public comments , the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the hearing Mr Gray reported the Planning Board recommended approval of the rezoning and adoption of a Resolution for the Statement of Consistency as submitted in the agenda packet There being no further comments , the Chairman closed the Rezoning Hearing for Case 17 - 19 Further Discussion by the Board Commissioner Ted G Godwin stated at the Planning Board meeting there was a long delay before discussion began on the request because he feels everyone had the same concerns of how much is too much with the density and the traffic in that area Commissioner Godwin continued that the Board of Commissioners set out the rules at some point and it would appear to him that even though the request is planned within those rules there are still concerns that this development will only exacerbate the problems in the area CommissionerPage3885 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued Godwin stated until the Board changes the rules , he does not know of any other action than to move forward because the applicant has designed a good development in terms of open space , recreational opportunities , and improvements to the existing infrastructure Commissioner Chad M Stewart spoke on his concerns with traffic studies commenting that it appears to him the traffic studies only look at specific locations , and he is not sure they properly take into account the roads that lead into the areas Chairman Jeffrey P Carver , stated the Department of Transportation’s Improvement Plan lists this road as a “ Boulevard Needing Improvement ” Chairman Carver spoke on the traffic congestion stating he travels the area and he does not need a study or traffic count to tell him what the issues are Commissioner Allen L Mims , Jr asked when the Department of Transportation would begin work on the road if it is a boulevard needing improvement , stating he travels the area a lot and traffic is awful especially on Hwy 42 and Cornwallis Road Mr Gray stated the boulevard project is listed , but not yet classified as a funded project within the Department of Transportation’s Improvement Plan He noted the widening of Hwy 42 is a funded project but this particular segment of Cornwallis Road has not yet made it into the funded category because there are other projects in the area that have scored higher on the list as needing improvements Chairman Carver reminded everyone that the Board voted just this morning to spend another 40 million for a wastewater capacity expansion to meet the needs moving forward and 300 million is needed over the next 20 years Chairman Carver spoke on the need to work with the Planning Board to make necessary changes so the County will not get behind Commissioner Cookie Pope stated she agrees with Commissioner Godwin in that until such time as the Board changes the policy and instructs the Planning Department otherwise , then she feels the Board is obligated Chairman Carver commented that there have been a few requests denied in the last 12 – 18 months where there were overcrowding issues and traffic congestion concerns with no policies being changed Commissioner Mims stated the Board’s first duty is the health , safety and wellbeing of the citizens Decision on Rezoning Case 17 - 19 Case 17 - 19 Petition to rezone 1648 acres located along Cornwallis Road SR 1525 in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Agricultural Residential – Special Use District AR - SUD Tax ID 05F02001E , 05F02001B , 05F02002A Owner Kenneth and Dawn Lucas Applicant CE Group , Mark Ashness Motion to Adopt Statement of Consistency – Motion Failed Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board adopt the following Statement of Consistency Resolution for Case 17 - 19 RESOLUTION FOR CASE NUMBER 17 - 19 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF CONSISTENCY REGARDING A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS OF JOHNSTON COUNTY WHEREAS , pursuant to NC Gen Stat § 153A - 341 , prior to adopting or rejecting a zoning amendment , the governing board is required to adopt a statement as to whether the amendment is consistent with the comprehensive zoning plan and why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest ; WHEREAS , the County Planning Board has reviewed a proposed amendment to The Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County , for the parcel identified as tax Tag ID 05F02001E , 05F02001B , 05F02002A located along Cornwallis Road as shown on the attached Exhibit A , from Agricultural Residential AR to Agricultural Residential Special Use District AR SUD for a Planned Development - Housing WHEREAS , based on a review of the proposed amendment the Planning Board found that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and further recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendment ; and WHEREAS , this Board has reviewed and considered the above written recommendation of the Planning Board and has held a public hearing on the proposed amendment , and this Board desires to adopt a statement describing why the adoption of the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and the Board considers the proposed amendment to be reasonable and in the public interest Page4886 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS THAT 1 This Board finds and determines that the adoption of the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County is consistent with the Johnston County Land Use Plan and updates thereto because the Land Use Plan and updates indicate that a The amendment request is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in that it aligns with Objective 1B , which encourages the County to allow for higher densities and a greater mixture of land uses in urban areas and encourages development and mixed land use patterns in concentrated areas that make the most of efficient use of infrastructure with this area located in the Sewer Service Area 2 This Board finds and determines that it is reasonable and in the public interest to adopt the proposed amendment because a The proposed lot numbers and density are compatible with nearby subdivisions and uses nd Adopted this the 2 day of October , 2017 Commissioner Cookie Pope seconded the motion which failed by the following tie vote Ayes Commissioners Ted G Godwin , Cookie Pope , and Chad M Stewart Nays Commissioners Jeffrey P Carver , Allen L Mims , Jr and Larry Wood Motion to Approve Rezoning – Motion Failed Commissioner Ted G Godwin moved the Board approve Rezoning Case 17 - 19 to rezone 1648 acres located along Cornwallis Road in Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential to Agricultural Residential – Special Use District Commissioner Cookie Pope seconded the motion , which failed by the following tie vote Ayes Commissioners Ted G Godwin , Cookie Pope , and Chad M Stewart Nays Commissioners Jeffrey P Carver , Allen L Mims , Jr and Larry Wood Commissioner Cookie Pope asked if there was anything else that the applicant could do to get something done on the site , perhaps if it were planned for a lesser density Mr Gray confirmed the applicant can submit an application for a standard subdivision with lesser density and would then go through the subdivision process through the Planning Board 4 Planning Activity Report Planning Director Berry Gray presented and reviewed the following Planning Activity Report for the month of September 2017 Monthly Activity Report – September 2017 CPB REZONINGS Proposed for September 2017 Special Use Straight Zoning Totals Approved 2017 Cases 2 2 4 18 Total Acres 661 73 734 40266 SUBDIVISIONS Approved Approved 2017 2016 Proposed Re - submittals Major Subdivisions 29 28 2 1 Total Lots 882 1,452 126 100 Total Acres 97139 1,18315 10679 104 Open Space Acres 16877 10757 2218 - - - - Fee - in - Lieu 198,000 333,200 50,400 40,000 Minors 131 112 Total Lots 203 171 Total Acres 55378 487628 Valid Lots 11,264 Adjustments 85 added , 103 removed never developed or recorded Page5887 October 2 , 2017 – 6 00 pm Continued 5 Manager Reports and Comments A Update on Mental Health Alliance Discussions County Manager Rick Hester reported staff plans to discuss with the Board the possibilities for a possible merger between Johnston County Mental Health and Alliance at the November meeting B Special Meeting on October 23 , 2017 County Manager Rick Hester reported the special meeting scheduled for October 23 , 2017 at 5 30 pm for the purposes of holding public hearings as part of Community Development Block Grant applications for both Emergency Services and Public Utilities has changed Mr Hester informed the Board that the public hearing for Emergency Services would not be needed at this time due to possible amendments to the rd program ; however , a public hearing will still be held for Public Utilities on October 23 at 5 30 pm 6 Board Reports and Comments None There being no further business , Commissioner Chad M Stewart moved the Board adjourn Commissioner Larry Wood seconded the motion , which carried by unanimous vote The meeting adjourned at 7 10 pm Jeffrey P Carver , Chairman Paula G Woodard , Clerk to the BoardPage